Head of Quality

Escape; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing biotech company in Galashiels seeks a Head of Quality to lead the Quality function for new UK operations. You will implement systems, achieve MHRA/GMP licensing, and shape the long-term Quality strategy. The ideal candidate has strong experience in regulated life sciences and a flexible approach. This is an exciting opportunity to build a team and create a Quality Management System from scratch in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading Quality Management Systems.
• Background in the pharma, medical device, or regulated life sciences sector.
• Ability to work in a greenfield setup.

Responsibilities

• Implement and lead the site's Quality Management System.
• Secure and maintain MHRA GMP licensing.
• Oversee product release, audits, and regulatory submissions.
• Partner with Production for compliance and efficiency.
• Build and lead a UK QA support team.

Skills

MHRA/GMP audit experience

Pharma background

Regulated life sciences knowledge

Leadership skills

Flexible, pragmatic approach

Job description

Overview

Head of Quality, Galashiels (Hybrid)

Full time, permanent role

Salary - to be discussed

Our client is a fast-growing biotech and life sciences business. Following major success in Australia, the company is expanding into the UK with a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Galashiels, Scotland.

The Opportunity

Lead the Quality function for this brand-new UK site. This is a greenfield leadership role where you\'ll implement systems, achieve MHRA/GMP licensing, and shape the long-term Quality strategy.

Why this role is different

Not traditional pharma - it\'s fast-paced, growth-driven, and dynamic.

Balance compliance with agility; no unnecessary red tape.

Build and embed the QMS from scratch.

High visibility: reporting directly to global leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and lead the site\'s Quality Management System.
• Secure and maintain MHRA GMP licensing.
• Oversee product release, audits, and regulatory submissions.
• Partner with Production to enable compliance and efficiency.
• Build, coach, and lead a UK QA support team.

What We\'re Looking For

• MHRA/GMP audit experience (essential).
• Pharma, medical device, or regulated life sciences background.
• Greenfield setup or new-site licensing experience desirable.
• Flexible, pragmatic approach - enabler, not a blocker.
• QP experience helpful, but not essential.
• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and should confirm their eligibility in their application.

Apply now to hear more about the story and rare opportunity!